2025 Biennial Wisconsin Real Estate Conference Sponsor Spotlight Page
Alumni Banquet Sponsor
About AEW
For over 40 years, AEW Capital Management, L.P. (AEW) has provided real estate investment management services to investors worldwide. As one of the world’s largest real estate investment advisors, AEW and its affiliates manage $85.1 billion in private real estate equity, debt and listed securities across North America, Europe and Asia (as of March 31, 2024).
Grounded in research and experienced in the complexities of the real estate and capital markets, AEW actively manages portfolios in both the public and private property markets and across the risk/return spectrum.
For over 40 years, AEW Capital Management, L.P. (AEW) has provided real estate investment management services to investors worldwide. As one of the world’s largest real estate investment advisors, AEW and its affiliates manage $85.1 billion in private real estate equity, debt and listed securities across North America, Europe and Asia (as of March 31, 2024).
Grounded in research and experienced in the complexities of the real estate and capital markets, AEW actively manages portfolios in both the public and private property markets and across the risk/return spectrum.
Why Did AEW Choose to Sponsor the 2025 Biennial Wisconsin Real Estate Conference?
Katie Bergen recently joined AEW but has been a long-time member and now President of WREAA. AEW is excited to build a partnership with WREAA!
Katie Bergen recently joined AEW but has been a long-time member and now President of WREAA. AEW is excited to build a partnership with WREAA!
Welcome Reception Sponsor and
Annual Corporate Partner
Annual Corporate Partner
About The Bascom Group
Bascom is a minority-owned private equity firm specializing in value-added multifamily, commercial, and non-performing loans and real estate related investments and operating companies. Bascom sources value-added and distressed properties including many through foreclosure, bankruptcy, or short sales and repositions them by adding capital improvements, improving revenue, and reducing expenses by realizing operational efficiencies through implementation of institutional-quality property management. Bascom, founded by principals Derek Chen, Jerry Fink, and David Kim, is one of the most active and seasoned buyers and operators of apartment communities in the U.S. Since 1996, Bascom has completed over $22.8 billion in multifamily value-added transactions encompassing 366 multifamily properties and over 110,000 units. Bascom's commercial transaction volume is $6.1 billion in total and amounts to over 23.9 million square feet. Bascom has ranked among the top 50 multifamily owners in the U.S. Bascom's subsidiaries and joint ventures include the Bascom Value Added Apartment Investors, Shubin Nadal Associates, Spirit Investment Partners, REDA Bascom Ventures, Bascom Northwest Ventures, Bascom Arizona Ventures, Harbor Associates, CRES, Meridian Bascom Ventures, and Realm Group. Bascom's subsidiaries also include Premier Workspaces, one of the largest privately held executive suite, coworking and shared workspace companies in the U.S.
Bascom is a minority-owned private equity firm specializing in value-added multifamily, commercial, and non-performing loans and real estate related investments and operating companies. Bascom sources value-added and distressed properties including many through foreclosure, bankruptcy, or short sales and repositions them by adding capital improvements, improving revenue, and reducing expenses by realizing operational efficiencies through implementation of institutional-quality property management. Bascom, founded by principals Derek Chen, Jerry Fink, and David Kim, is one of the most active and seasoned buyers and operators of apartment communities in the U.S. Since 1996, Bascom has completed over $22.8 billion in multifamily value-added transactions encompassing 366 multifamily properties and over 110,000 units. Bascom's commercial transaction volume is $6.1 billion in total and amounts to over 23.9 million square feet. Bascom has ranked among the top 50 multifamily owners in the U.S. Bascom's subsidiaries and joint ventures include the Bascom Value Added Apartment Investors, Shubin Nadal Associates, Spirit Investment Partners, REDA Bascom Ventures, Bascom Northwest Ventures, Bascom Arizona Ventures, Harbor Associates, CRES, Meridian Bascom Ventures, and Realm Group. Bascom's subsidiaries also include Premier Workspaces, one of the largest privately held executive suite, coworking and shared workspace companies in the U.S.
Why Did Bascom Choose to Sponsor the 2025 Biennial Wisconsin Real Estate Conference?
As a company founded by three proud UW-Madison alumni, sponsoring this conference feels like a homecoming. We've long admired the WREAA's dedication to fostering the next generation of real estate leaders, and we're excited to contribute to this important event.
We, like the WREAA and the UW-Madison Real Estate Program, are passionate about shaping the future of real estate. This conference, focused on upcoming trends, perfectly aligns with our forward-thinking approach to the industry.
As a company founded by three proud UW-Madison alumni, sponsoring this conference feels like a homecoming. We've long admired the WREAA's dedication to fostering the next generation of real estate leaders, and we're excited to contribute to this important event.
We, like the WREAA and the UW-Madison Real Estate Program, are passionate about shaping the future of real estate. This conference, focused on upcoming trends, perfectly aligns with our forward-thinking approach to the industry.
Sponsor of the Industrial Forum
About Brennan Investment Group, LLC
Brennan Investment Group is a private real estate investment firm headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, specializing in the acquisition, development, and operation of industrial properties in key U.S. metropolitan markets. Founded in 2010, Brennan is led by a team of seasoned industrial real estate executives and operates out of 18 regional offices, including locations in Chicago, Atlanta, Dallas, Denver, San Francisco, and Washington, D.C. The firm’s industrial portfolio spans 29 states, totaling over 57 million square feet, with a current occupancy rate of approximately 94%.
Brennan Investment Group is a private real estate investment firm headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, specializing in the acquisition, development, and operation of industrial properties in key U.S. metropolitan markets. Founded in 2010, Brennan is led by a team of seasoned industrial real estate executives and operates out of 18 regional offices, including locations in Chicago, Atlanta, Dallas, Denver, San Francisco, and Washington, D.C. The firm’s industrial portfolio spans 29 states, totaling over 57 million square feet, with a current occupancy rate of approximately 94%.
Why Did Brennan Investment Group Choose to Sponsor the 2025 Biennial Wisconsin Real Estate Conference?
Chairman and Co-Founder of Brennan Investment Group, Michael Brennan, is the former Executive Director of the University of Wisconsin’s James A. Graaskamp Center for Real Estate. His ongoing commitment to the program—and to fostering education and industry leadership—made sponsoring the 2025 Biennial Wisconsin Real Estate Conference and Reunion a natural decision. We’re proud to support an event that brings together alumni, students, and industry leaders for meaningful connection and forward-looking dialogue.
Chairman and Co-Founder of Brennan Investment Group, Michael Brennan, is the former Executive Director of the University of Wisconsin’s James A. Graaskamp Center for Real Estate. His ongoing commitment to the program—and to fostering education and industry leadership—made sponsoring the 2025 Biennial Wisconsin Real Estate Conference and Reunion a natural decision. We’re proud to support an event that brings together alumni, students, and industry leaders for meaningful connection and forward-looking dialogue.
Sponsor of the Networking Breakfast
About Bridge Industrial
Founded in 2000, Bridge Industrial is a vertically integrated real estate operating company and investment manager focused on the development and acquisition of industrial properties in supply-constrained core markets in the U.S. and Europe.
Founded in 2000, Bridge Industrial is a vertically integrated real estate operating company and investment manager focused on the development and acquisition of industrial properties in supply-constrained core markets in the U.S. and Europe.
Why Did Bridge Industrial Choose to Sponsor the 2025 Biennial Wisconsin Real Estate Conference?
At Bridge, we’re proud to have so many talented team members who are alumni of the University of Wisconsin. The strong foundation provided by the university’s real estate program consistently equips students with the skills and knowledge to thrive from day one. We value our connection to such a well-rounded program that prepares future leaders in the industry.
At Bridge, we’re proud to have so many talented team members who are alumni of the University of Wisconsin. The strong foundation provided by the university’s real estate program consistently equips students with the skills and knowledge to thrive from day one. We value our connection to such a well-rounded program that prepares future leaders in the industry.
Sponsor of the Networking Break
About CIBC
CIBC is committed to supporting growth and innovation across various markets. Our extensive range of financial products, including commercial real estate loans, treasury management services, deposit products, and interest rate derivatives, positions us as a strategic partner for real estate investments and business expansion. Our collaboration with WREAA underscores our dedication to fostering leadership and development in the real estate sector.
CIBC specializes in:
- Commercial Real Estate Loans
- Treasury Management Services
- Deposit Products
- Interest Rate Derivatives
CIBC is committed to supporting growth and innovation across various markets. Our extensive range of financial products, including commercial real estate loans, treasury management services, deposit products, and interest rate derivatives, positions us as a strategic partner for real estate investments and business expansion. Our collaboration with WREAA underscores our dedication to fostering leadership and development in the real estate sector.
CIBC specializes in:
- Commercial Real Estate Loans
- Treasury Management Services
- Deposit Products
- Interest Rate Derivatives
Why Did CIBC Choose to Sponsor the 2024 Wisconsin Real Estate Trends Conference?
CIBC chose to sponsor the Wisconsin Real Estate Trends Conference due to our strong alignment with WREAA's mission to enhance the real estate sector's knowledge and practices. Our involvement in real estate investment initiatives, such as those conducted by WREAA, allows us to contribute directly to the education and development of future real estate professionals. This partnership leverages our expertise to aid University of Wisconsin students and alumni in excelling within this dynamic industry.
CIBC chose to sponsor the Wisconsin Real Estate Trends Conference due to our strong alignment with WREAA's mission to enhance the real estate sector's knowledge and practices. Our involvement in real estate investment initiatives, such as those conducted by WREAA, allows us to contribute directly to the education and development of future real estate professionals. This partnership leverages our expertise to aid University of Wisconsin students and alumni in excelling within this dynamic industry.
Sponsor of the Women's Tea
About Delta Properties
Delta Properties is Madison based and since 1989 the the Delta Team has been focused on transforming Block 25 from warehousing to office use. We are currently offering our core 2- acre site located across from UW Kohl Center and historic Milwaukee Road Rail Depot - to a qualified developer.
Delta Properties is Madison based and since 1989 the the Delta Team has been focused on transforming Block 25 from warehousing to office use. We are currently offering our core 2- acre site located across from UW Kohl Center and historic Milwaukee Road Rail Depot - to a qualified developer.
Why Did Delta Properties Choose to Sponsor the 2024 Biennial Wisconsin Real Estate Conference?
The WREAA and fellow alums have been pivotal to our success. As the partners engage in the process of passing the baton on a life's work, we're simply saying Thank You. We are grateful for the support, insight, and personal generosity of fellow alums and the organization staff.
The WREAA and fellow alums have been pivotal to our success. As the partners engage in the process of passing the baton on a life's work, we're simply saying Thank You. We are grateful for the support, insight, and personal generosity of fellow alums and the organization staff.
Sponsor of the Luncheon Keynote
Nikki Greenberg
Nikki Greenberg
About JLL
JLL (Jones Lang LaSalle) is a global commercial real estate services company with a legacy of over 250 years and operations in over 80 countries. As one of the world's leading real estate professional services and investment management firms, JLL creates value for clients, shareholders and our people. Our 100,000+ employees help clients optimize their real estate through managing properties, leasing spaces, providing capital markets expertise, and delivering project management for new developments and renovations.
JLL (Jones Lang LaSalle) is a global commercial real estate services company with a legacy of over 250 years and operations in over 80 countries. As one of the world's leading real estate professional services and investment management firms, JLL creates value for clients, shareholders and our people. Our 100,000+ employees help clients optimize their real estate through managing properties, leasing spaces, providing capital markets expertise, and delivering project management for new developments and renovations.
Why Did JLL Choose to Sponsor the 2025 Biennial Wisconsin Real Estate Conference?
JLL is proud to sponsor the WREAA event as part of our commitment to advancing real estate education and fostering meaningful industry connections. We recognize the importance of supporting professional networks that empower future leaders in commercial real estate. This sponsorship aligns with our values of collaboration and knowledge-sharing, allowing us to engage with the University of Wisconsin's vibrant real estate community while contributing to discussions that shape the future of our industry. We look forward to connecting with WREAA members and sharing insights on current market trends and innovations.
JLL is proud to sponsor the WREAA event as part of our commitment to advancing real estate education and fostering meaningful industry connections. We recognize the importance of supporting professional networks that empower future leaders in commercial real estate. This sponsorship aligns with our values of collaboration and knowledge-sharing, allowing us to engage with the University of Wisconsin's vibrant real estate community while contributing to discussions that shape the future of our industry. We look forward to connecting with WREAA members and sharing insights on current market trends and innovations.
Sponsor of the Economic Update:
What's Next? CRE in a Time of Disruption
Michael J. Acton
What's Next? CRE in a Time of Disruption
Michael J. Acton
About Ketone Partners
Ketone Partners is a full-service real estate development and management firm with national experience in industrial and mixed-use properties. We specialize in build-to-suit development, project management, and occupancy solutions across North America. Our team combines the expertise of a national platform with the efficiency and attention of a boutique provider. From planning and permitting to financing, bidding, and construction, we lead every phase of the process to deliver value, efficiency, and on-time project execution.
Ketone Partners is a full-service real estate development and management firm with national experience in industrial and mixed-use properties. We specialize in build-to-suit development, project management, and occupancy solutions across North America. Our team combines the expertise of a national platform with the efficiency and attention of a boutique provider. From planning and permitting to financing, bidding, and construction, we lead every phase of the process to deliver value, efficiency, and on-time project execution.
Why Did Ketone Partners Choose to Sponsor the 2025 Biennial Wisconsin Real Estate Conference?
Ketone Partners is proudly sponsoring the Wisconsin Real Estate Alumni Biennial Conference to support industry leadership, innovation, and the strong network of Wisconsin Real Estate alumni. As a Midwest-based firm with national reach, we value the opportunity to connect with peers, share insights, and contribute to the continued success of the real estate community.
Ketone Partners is proudly sponsoring the Wisconsin Real Estate Alumni Biennial Conference to support industry leadership, innovation, and the strong network of Wisconsin Real Estate alumni. As a Midwest-based firm with national reach, we value the opportunity to connect with peers, share insights, and contribute to the continued success of the real estate community.
Sponsor of UW-Madison Marching Band
About Molto Properties
Molto is a privately held real estate company that is built upon a foundation of respected industry leaders with expertise as both operators and developers of industrial properties. Since its founding in 2008, Molto has acquired or developed nearly 20 million square feet of industrial real estate valued in excess of $1.2 billion with a geographical focus on the Midwest, Texas, and California. The company is committed to building long-term relationships with its investors, venture partners, tenants and brokers.
Molto is a privately held real estate company that is built upon a foundation of respected industry leaders with expertise as both operators and developers of industrial properties. Since its founding in 2008, Molto has acquired or developed nearly 20 million square feet of industrial real estate valued in excess of $1.2 billion with a geographical focus on the Midwest, Texas, and California. The company is committed to building long-term relationships with its investors, venture partners, tenants and brokers.
Why Did Molto Properties Choose to Sponsor the 2025 Biennial Wisconsin Real Estate Conference?
For the opportunity to support a community that fosters industry knowledge, growing connections, and cutting edge innovation. With several Wisconsin alumni on our team & WREAA members, this partnership is a natural fit and a great way to give back to a network that has shaped both our people and the real estate industry.
For the opportunity to support a community that fosters industry knowledge, growing connections, and cutting edge innovation. With several Wisconsin alumni on our team & WREAA members, this partnership is a natural fit and a great way to give back to a network that has shaped both our people and the real estate industry.
Sponsor of the Fifth Quarter Reception
About Mortenson
Mortenson is an integrated developer-design-builder with over 70 years of experience. Our real estate development experts have developed over eight million square feet, valued at more than $2B over the last ten years. We are committed to maintaining enduring relationships that turn into authentic partnerships, with our customers and partners – driving superior results and seamless integration into your business. Mortenson Development is active in hospitality, industrial, student housing, data centers, mixed-use, multi-family, healthcare, energy and infrastructure, and office.
Mortenson is an integrated developer-design-builder with over 70 years of experience. Our real estate development experts have developed over eight million square feet, valued at more than $2B over the last ten years. We are committed to maintaining enduring relationships that turn into authentic partnerships, with our customers and partners – driving superior results and seamless integration into your business. Mortenson Development is active in hospitality, industrial, student housing, data centers, mixed-use, multi-family, healthcare, energy and infrastructure, and office.
Why Did Mortenson Choose to Sponsor the 2025 Biennial Wisconsin Real Estate Conference?
Love the Badgers!
Love the Badgers!
Sponsor of the Graaskamp Visionary Award
About MSP Companies
We develop, construct, own and manage properties throughout the upper Midwest. Since 1988, MSP Real Estate has been producing high quality Affordable, Senior and Market Rate housing to ensure the best investment for us, our partners, our residents and the communities in which we build. MSP Real Estate, Inc. is a long-term owner that owns and manages over 90 percent of what we have built.
We develop, construct, own and manage properties throughout the upper Midwest. Since 1988, MSP Real Estate has been producing high quality Affordable, Senior and Market Rate housing to ensure the best investment for us, our partners, our residents and the communities in which we build. MSP Real Estate, Inc. is a long-term owner that owns and manages over 90 percent of what we have built.
Sponsor of the Building
Global Supply Chains for a
World of Constant Disruption Panel
Global Supply Chains for a
World of Constant Disruption Panel
About Nuveen Real Estate
Nuveen Real Estate is one of the largest investment managers in the world with $142 billion of assets under management.
With over 90 years of real estate investing experience and more than 770 employees* located across 30+ cities throughout the United States, Europe and Asia Pacific, the platform offers global reach with deep sector expertise, providing investors access to high quality investments across the private real estate investment landscape.
Nuveen Real Estate is one of the largest investment managers in the world with $142 billion of assets under management.
With over 90 years of real estate investing experience and more than 770 employees* located across 30+ cities throughout the United States, Europe and Asia Pacific, the platform offers global reach with deep sector expertise, providing investors access to high quality investments across the private real estate investment landscape.
Why Did Nuveen Choose to Sponsor the 2025 Biennial Wisconsin Real Estate Conference?
Nuveen Real Estate has sponsored Wisconsin Real Estate events for several years and wants to continue supporting the program.
Nuveen Real Estate has sponsored Wisconsin Real Estate events for several years and wants to continue supporting the program.
Sponsor of the VIP Reception
About T. Wall Enterprises
T. Wall Enterprises is well known for developing office, multifamily, and neighborhood communities, specializing in creating places where people interact.
T. Wall Enterprises is well known for developing office, multifamily, and neighborhood communities, specializing in creating places where people interact.
Sponsor of:
What 1929 Reveals
About the Next Global Meltdown
Andrew Ross Sorkin
Author and NYT Columnist
What 1929 Reveals
About the Next Global Meltdown
Andrew Ross Sorkin
Author and NYT Columnist
About Walker & Dunlop
Walker & Dunlop (NYSE: WD) is one of the largest commercial real estate finance and advisory services firms in the United States and internationally. Our ideas and capital create communities where people live, work, shop, and play. Our innovative people, breadth of our brand, and our technological capabilities make us one of the most insightful and client-focused firms in the commercial real estate industry.
Walker & Dunlop (NYSE: WD) is one of the largest commercial real estate finance and advisory services firms in the United States and internationally. Our ideas and capital create communities where people live, work, shop, and play. Our innovative people, breadth of our brand, and our technological capabilities make us one of the most insightful and client-focused firms in the commercial real estate industry.
Why Did Walker & Dunlop Choose to Sponsor the 2025 Biennial Wisconsin Real Estate Conference?
Walker & Dunlop is a returning sponsor of the Biennial Wisconsin Real Estate Conference. Jim Cope and other team members from our Milwaukee and Madison offices, many of whom are proud UW alumni, have long been active supporters of the WREAA community.
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